Wine Country Chicken Salad
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This recipe for wine country chicken salad with apples and dried cranberries is equally delicious in a sandwich, in lettuce cups or scooped up with crackers.
Last year, when we visited California wine country, I fell in love with a chicken salad we found at a local market. I always refer to it as the “wine country chicken salad” whenever I bring it up to Mathlete. While I haven’t found it in any markets close to home, I have started making from scratch at home trying to recreate that vacation. Plus, the chicken salad is perfect for parties and picnics because it is so easy to pack and take along.
Chicken salad is one of my favorite things to make and have for lunch. This version includes crisp apples and dried cranberries making it absolutely delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Salad Recipe
- So Delicious! This chicken salad has an amazing combination of flavors. It is light and delicious!
- Make it ahead! You can make this chicken salad ahead of time and enjoy it for several days.
- Crowd Pleasing! This recipe makes a good amount that is perfect for sharing with family or friends at a party or picnic.
Wine Country Chicken Salad Ingredients
- Chicken – This is a great way to use rotisserie chicken!
- Greek Yogurt – I use Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise for a tangier taste. You can use a mixture of half and half.
- Stone Ground Mustard
- Granny Smith Apples
- Dried Cranberries
- Salt and Pepper
How to Make Homemade Chicken Salad
Homemade wine country chicken salad is so easy to make. Start by combining the Greek yogurt and mustard. Then, stir in the chicken, dried cranberries, and apples. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
I recommend refrigerating for at least an hour before enjoying but you can eat it immediately if you want.
When I am making these for a party, I do sprinkle some poppy seeds and snipped chives on top but they are totally extra and not necessary for the chicken salad!
I am always making a batch of this wine country chicken salad on the weekend so we can have it for a quick lunch, snack or even dinner on a busy night.
What To Eat With Wine Country Chicken Salad
- Crackers
- Bread
- Celery
- Lettuce Wraps
More Great Light Lunch Recipes
If you love this wine country chicken salad recipe, be sure to try these other great recipes that are perfect for a light lunch options.
- Crescent Roll Vegetable Pizza
- Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad
- Pan Seared Tuna Steak Noodle Salad
- Cucumber Watermelon Salad
- Crab Avocado Salad
Wine Country Chicken Salad
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 3 Tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 teaspoon stone ground mustard
- 1/3 cup diced granny smith apples
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt and mustard. Stir to combine.3 Tablespoons Greek yogurt, 1 1/2 teaspoon stone ground mustard
- In a large bowl, mix together chicken, cranberries and apples. Stir in yogurt mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to eat.2 cups cooked, shredded chicken, 1/3 cup diced granny smith apples, 1/3 cup dried cranberries, Salt and pepper to taste
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